Admission to apprenticeship programs are made with the Department of Education through the assistance of Career Development Officers. The HMS apprenticeship technical training is only available to Registered Apprentices and placement into the program is made through their regional Career Development Officer.

Apprentice level exams are invigilated by the Department of Education and advancement is administered by the Registrar of Apprenticeship. Passing a level exam qualifies for advancement to the next level along with on-the-job training.

Varying funding arrangements may apply to different apprentices, depending on conditions of their employment agreements with the employer.

Attending apprenticeship programs may require students to receive Employment Insurance, remain on their employer’s payroll and/or be subject to Tuition and Book fees.

Registered apprentices should contact their regional CDO’s and plan for the financial adjustments while attending technical training.

Transferable credits are limited and are subject to regulatory requirements established to meet Apprenticeships and Interprovincial standards.

Major employers in Nunavut are typically with the Territorial and Local Governments, primarily within the following Departments:

• Community & Government Services
• Nunavut Housing Corporation; and
• Local Housing Authorities (LHO’s)

Additionally:

• The private sector is a very active employer, providing • Maintainer services to the above agencies and to homeowners in Nunavut